Microfibre is spun so fine that the Holly feels soft and smooth under your hand. In cream and light grey, its high-low pattern gives the short pile a gentle relief.

• 100% polyester microfibre pile
• Cotton backing
• Handwoven in India
• Short pile with a high-low effect
• Suitable for underfloor heating

Polyester takes up very little moisture, one reason the Holly sits among jaloom's Synthetic Fibre Rugs. In the lounge, let the front feet of the sofa and armchairs rest on it so the seating reads as one group, which is how it earns its place in our Living Room Rugs. This low pile rug also works in a kitchen or a nursery. Handwoven sizes can vary slightly.

Where the pile has been pressed flat, a soft brush lifts it again. A brush-head vacuum is fine on this short pile, which our guide on how to clean your rug confirms. Regular passes with an ordinary vacuum keep the cream and grey looking fresh.